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Apr 16, 2011 | 02:14 PM

PaulWall

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Racer

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From: Massachusetts

Roof Panel

Anyone ever have a problem with a squeeky roof panel. It has been driving me nuts. Its only on the drives side and when I unlatch and relatch it seems to go away for a bit but then comes back. Any ideas?

Apr 16, 2011 | 02:24 PM

feeder82

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try some silicone spray on the weatherstripping

Apr 16, 2011 | 03:08 PM

BigGun

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Originally Posted by PaulWall

If you search this you will find it is a farily common problem. People have tried a wide variety of fixes. The latch can be adjusted and that has fxed it for some people. Lubricating the area helped for some and even using a business card or tape between the area has been used. I have the same problem and will adjusting the latch next as the silicone fix only lasted a few days.

Apr 16, 2011 | 04:30 PM

guido7834

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I lube my seals with just a bit of silicone grease, smoothed with my fingers.

Apr 16, 2011 | 06:23 PM

PaulWall

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Racer

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From: Massachusetts

Thanks! I tried the lube and it didnt work. I have temporarily used the business card so I will have to adjust it once it warms up a bit. Thanks for all the replys!

Apr 16, 2011 | 07:20 PM

guido7834

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Something needs to be lubed, or it wouldn't squeak, right? Keep searching for some spot that is rubbing.

Apr 16, 2011 | 10:31 PM

daleweible

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I know this is not the answer you are looking for but I would try a vert. Corvettes were made to be verts.

Apr 17, 2011 | 01:19 PM

Bill Curlee

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From: Anthony TX

CI 6,7,8,9,11 Vet

St. Jude Donor '08

Try to TIGHTEN the attachment hardware on the roof panel to the proper torque specs. Theres an entire adjustment procedure in the service manual for the targa top.